Squeezing countless hours of Mac Miller footageinto only six"Most Dope Family" episodes was a daunting task for MTV2, and as you'd expect, a lot of great moments didn't make the final cut. But don't worry -- they're not going to waste! While you await the series' return, check in with Remote Controleach week for never-before-seen video of the rapper and his pals.

Mac Miller's a proud born-and-bred Pittsburgh native (note the Steelers sweatband he's sporting), so why did he leave his beloved hometown for the Hollywood Hills? In this week's "Most Dope" Rough Cut, the rapper says it's because the scene in L.A. has become a hot spot for the best artists in hip-hop. For a relatively new artist like Mac, making the move to California was a no-brainer, especially if he wanted to grow and improve his own skills in the biz.

"I think everyone that is the most important people in hip-hop, right now, are out here," Mac tells an interviewer in the clip. He then explains how being on his own in a new city helped him mature, both as a person and in his music."L.A. was, like, me stepping out and being like, 'Okay, I'm in control of my own life,'" he says. "My mom's not there if I get in trouble." Having to fend for himself may have helped Mac gain a sense of independence, but it seems no amount of time away from home will help him with his toughest life decision to date: picking the proper pooch. You'll find your furry companion one day, dude.